Forging and Testing a Mace

On the second day of work, the focus is on refining the axe and mace. The instructor plans to work at a steady pace, addressing challenges like potential rain and ensuring the materials are stress-free. The mace is modified for better balance, and the day concludes with testing the weapon's durability using various materials. The instructor expresses confidence in the work done and enjoys the process.

What is the main focus of the narrator's work on day two?

• Building a new power hammer

• Working on the axe and flanges for the mace

• Forging a sword

• Painting the shop

What challenge does the narrator anticipate during his work?

• Too much noise in the shop

• Lack of tools

• Potential rain in the afternoon

• Running out of materials

Why does the narrator want to give the axe a chance to relax?

• To make it shiny

• To change its color

• To ensure any stress is evened out

• To cool it down

What does the narrator find magical about his work?

• The color of the metal

• The smell of the shop

• The transformation of materials

• The sound of the hammer

What adjustment is made to solve the balance problem of the mace?

• Adding more weight

• Changing the handle

• Painting it

• Cutting down the axe head

What tool does the narrator use to cut circles out of the mace?

• A drill

• A saw

• A lathe

• A milling machine

What materials does the narrator use for testing the mace?

• Glass and stone

• Denim pants, coconuts, and moose leg bone

• Wood and metal

• Plastic and rubber

Why is testing the mace considered risky?

• It is too heavy

• It could damage the shop

• It might break

• It is the last day

What is the narrator's attitude towards the mace after testing?

• Indifferent

• Disappointed

• Confident

• Worried

What does the narrator plan to do after completing the mace?

• Disassemble it

• Sell the mace

• Have a good time

• Start a new project